Many Sri Lankans rely on agriculture as their primary source of income and it is contributing significantly to the country’s economy. And also agriculture has an unchanging demand, mainly due to its heavy contribution to food security. It is one of the key sectors that offers significantly to the development of any country’s economy, interacting with other sub-sectors related to …
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The Finance Ministry yesterday announced that it has initiated the formation of a special advisory committee to address challenges faced by Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) in implementing the Parate law, a legal provision that allows banks to seize collateral from loan drafters without Court intervention. The Ministry said the committee aims to provide sustainable solutions and develop policy …
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All the biggest names in music have hit the red carpet for the Grammy Awards in Los Angeles. Music’s night of nights will take place at the Crypto.com Arena, with the ceremony kicking off at midday AEDT. In its 67th year, the 2025 Grammys belong to Beyonce, who leads the pack with 11 nominations, bringing her total nod tally to …
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Beyoncé won album of the year for “Cowboy Carter” at Sunday’s Grammys, delivering her — at last — the show’s elusive top award. The superstar, who is both the most awarded and nominated artist in Grammys history, has been up for the category four times before and many feel she has been snubbed by its top honors. In winning album …
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Sri Lanka’s Ishadi Amanda has etched her name in history by becoming the first runner-up at the 40th Mrs. World pageant held in Las Vegas, USA. The title of 40th Mrs. World was claimed by South Africa’s Tshego Gaelae, while Thailand’s Ploy Panperm was named the 2nd Runner-Up. Ishadi Amanda earned the opportunity to represent Sri Lanka on the global …
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As the initial step in the digitalization of government services, the ‘GovPay’ digital payment platform will be launched by the government of Sri Lanka on February 07. Accordingly, the launch ceremony will be held on February 07, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. This platform is expected to streamline and modernize transactions conducted through government institutions, enabling seamless …
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Sri Lanka’s head coach, Sanath Jayasuriya has laid the blame for his team’s heavy defeat at the feet of the batsmen, calling their performance in Galle “irresponsible” following a crushing loss to Australia by an innings and 242 runs. Speaking at a media conference after the match, Jayasuriya expressed disappointment with the batting display and emphasised the need for greater …
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• Several decisions by the government to facilitate investors• A nation cannot progress without a transformative shift in public attitudes.• Economic resources and opportunities must be introduced at the village level.• Plans to prepare Sri Lanka for a transformation in Southeast Asia• Moving from an individual-targeted aid approach to a community empowerment model• Companies unable to provide a daily wage …
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Johann Peries summits the tallest mountain in Antarctica – Mount Vinson – at 4,892 metres, to become the first Sri Lankan to achieve the feat, sources said. In 2018, Johann Peries made history as the second Sri Lankan to summit Mount Everest, a monumental achievement that solidified his place in the country’s mountaineering legacy. His extraordinary journey continued as he …
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The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced its 2024 ODI Team of the Year, and Sri Lanka has emerged as a dominant force, with four players making the prestigious list. Charith Asalanka, the Sri Lankan captain, has been appointed as the leader of the squad. Asalanka, who has been in exceptional form, will captain a team that also includes …
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